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Recommended Trees and Proper Planting

Fredericksburg, TX — The Fredericksburg Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT)today announced its topic and speaker for its May 23 meeting. This months speaker, Robert Edmonson with Texas A M Forest Service, will share his expertiseabout choosing trees, how to plant and take care of them, and “what not to do” so […]

San Antonio Chapter Meeting

The Urban Ecology Center, 8400 NW Military Hwy, San Antonio, TX 78231, USA (map) Presentation by Patsy Kuentz Wings in the Wildscape Demonstration Garden: A Story in Photos Patsy Kuentz, is member of our NPSOT chapter, a Certified Alamo Area Master Naturalist, and also a longtime birder who helps conduct monthly bird surveys at Phil […]

The Joys and Benefits of Backyard Beekeeping

Chapter Meeting Join us for a talk by Aaron Word on “The Joys and Benefits of Backyard Beekeeping.”  Aaron is the spouse of member Annie Word, who just completed the Level 1 course of the Native Landscape Certification Program.  He and Annie have been volunteering at Mercer Botanic Gardens, working with the beekeeper at the Gardens, and planting natives in […]

Volunteer Appreciation Picnic and Garden Tour – Invitation Only

This event is by invitation only.  If you have volunteered at any of our events this year, and have not received an Evite, please accept our apologies, and let us know at austin.npsot@gmail.com so we can add you to the guest list. so we can include you in the list

Regenerative Agriculture Efforts at Swift River Pecans, North Central Chapter Meeting – June 1

Fort Worth Botanic Gardens in the Rose Room 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth, Texas 76107 6:15 pm Socializing & snacks 6:30 pm Business meeting and announcementsGuest speaker presentation follows our business meeting. Regenerative Agriculture Efforts at Swift River Pecans Presented by Troy Swift  Troy Swift, retired from the aerospace industry and now works full-time on his […]

Kathleen Scott on Central Texas Gardener

Kathleen and Denny Scott’s new house came with deer and HOA rules for a percentage of lawn. To plant habitat for pollinators, hummingbirds and song birds, they ringed the yard with native trees and plants, including host plants for butterflies. In the unfenced front yard, they chose plants that resist browsing deer (mostly!).

NLCP Level 1 Class – Introduction to Native Landscapes

Summary Learn about the benefits of native plants, desirable plants for your area and design considerations for your landscape. NLCP is a state-wide program, but classes focus on the characteristics and plants in the region in which they are taught. NOTE: This class involves a Zoom presentation and in-person plant walk at Ladybird Johnson Wildflower […]

Benbrook Environmentally Sensitive Area Prairie, Collin Co. Chapter Meeting – June 6

Our next chapter meeting is on Tuesday June 6 at 6:30. The meeting will be virtual and registration is required. The speaker will be Kim Conrow, past President of the Native Plant Society of Texas, speaking on the Benbrook Environmentally Sensitive Area near southwest Fort Worth. Kim will be discussing the Area’s uniqueness as one […]

Living Soil: The World Beneath Our Feet – Williamson County Chapter Meeting – June 8

Join NPSOT-Williamson County on Thursday, June 8, 2023, when our featured topic will be Living Soil: The World Beneath Our Feet with Jim Williams.  Free and open to the public. Attend via Zoom or in-person. The meeting begins at 7:00 PM. Our guest speaker's presentation follows a short business meeting. About our topic: Most of the […]

Bracken Cave Field Trip

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The Fibonacci Sequence in Nature and Native Plants – June 12

Monday, June 12 — Clear Lake Chapter Meeting — This presentation will explain the origins of the Fibonacci sequence, which can be found in our everyday experiences, and inspire viewers to have a greater appreciation for geometry, nature, and native plants.

Website Committee

Open to any members who help manage content on their chapter or committee website.No registration required. To start Zoom meeting, click here. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 883 1830 5023Passcode: 9mF0qL^N

NPSOT Executive Board Meeting

Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT) Executive Board meetings occur monthly and any member may attend. Contact the Executive Director prior to the meeting at state@npsot.org for Zoom and applicable document links. Please be prepared to follow the Visitor's Executive Meeting Protocol.

Chapter Leader Forum: June – Bylaws Revision

Host: Kim Conrow, Governing Documents Revision Chair When: Thursday, June 15, 2023 (Third Thursday) 12 - 1 pm Zoom Registration Link: https://npsot-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwodeispzwjGNSntybMQC_dqf66yLLRwOVn The June 15 Chapter Leader Forum is open to ALL members and will be devoted to answering your questions and discussing your comments about the bylaws revisions. The period for comments ends July 15. Good governing […]

Caring for Monarchs in Your Yard – Trinity Forks

Pretty much everyone loves Monarch butterflies, but did you know they are designated a threatened species, meaning action is needed to protect them from going extinct?

Sponsored by the Wise County Horticultural Club, Wise County Fairgrounds, Women's Building, 3101 FM 51, Decatur

Communications Team Info Session

The Communications Committee is looking to fill key volunteer roles. Join the VP of Communication for this information session to learn more!

Communications Team Info Session

The Communications Committee is looking to fill key volunteer roles. Join the VP of Communication for this information session to learn more!

Outreach: Pollen in Love with Pollinators

Bring the kids & buzz on over to GOFM’s McGuire Dent Victory Garden at Menard Park for hands-on activities, plant and seed giveaways and lots of learning from local pollinator-obsessed experts!

Event Series NPSOT Growing Area Project

NPSOT Austin Growing Area Project, 4th Saturday Workdays

Dowell Ranch Preserve 301 West FM 1626, Manchaca, TX, United States

We have started a new collaboration with the Native Prairie Association of Texas, on their 150 acre Dowell Ranch Preserve. In return for allowing us to hold our plant sales and store equipment, we will assist with their prairie restoration. Part of these activities will be to grow native plants that can be used for […]